2023年12月2日，国际法促进中心在莱顿大学海牙校区举行了主题为“当前武装冲突中的几个问题”的讲座，邀请到前南斯拉夫问题国际刑事法庭的刘大群法官主讲。围绕“当前武装冲突中的几个问题”，刘大群法官与参与者分享了他在国际刑事司法领域的丰富经验，并就当前的巴以冲突的最新进展展开了讨论。
前南斯拉夫问题国际刑事法庭作为联合国设立的法庭，其使命是审判前南斯拉夫地区发生的战争罪行和其他重大犯罪。这个法庭总部位于荷兰海牙，致力于维护国际人权和正义。刘大群法官作为中国籍法官，曾在这个重要的国际法庭中发挥着重要的角色。
在讲座中，刘大群法官重点探讨了当前武装冲突中的几个问题。这些问题不仅包括战争罪行的定义和审判标准，还涉及国际法在冲突中的适用性以及如何确保正义得以实现。他的分享引发了与会者的广泛思考和讨论。
此外，刘大群法官还就当前的巴以冲突的最新进展进行了深入讨论。巴以冲突是一个长期存在的复杂问题，涉及领土争端、人权问题和政治分歧等多个方面。刘大群法官的洞察力和专业知识为与会者提供了更深入的理解，并促进了对于解决这一冲突的努力和国际社会的支持。
这次讲座为与会者提供了一个宝贵的机会，让大家了解国际刑事司法的重要性以及在当前武装冲突中所面临的挑战。刘大群法官的分享为大家带来了新的思考和启示，激发了对于维护正义和国际人权的责任感。相信通过这样的交流与讨论，我们能够为构建和平稳定的世界作出更积极的贡献。
On 2nd December, the Chinese Initiative on International Law (CIIL) hosted a lecture entitled “Several Questions in the Ongoing Armed Conflicts” at Leiden Law School’s Campus in the Hague, given by Judge Liu Daqun, judge of the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY). Judge Liu shared his extensive experiences in the field of international criminal justice, focusing on current topics of concern in armed conflicts and engaging in a discussion on recent developments in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Established by the United Nations, the ICTY was mandated to prosecute individuals responsible for serious violations of international humanitarian law committed in the territory of the former Yugoslavia. Headquartered in the Hague, the Netherlands, the Tribunal has played a significant role in upholding international human rights and justice. Judge Liu, as a Chinese national, served as an eminent figure in this important international court.
During the lecture, Judge Liu shed light on a range of issues prevalent in contemporary armed conflicts. These issues encompassed not only the definition and standards for prosecuting war crimes but also the applicability of international law in conflicts and ensuring accountability. His insights provoked thoughtful contemplation and discussion among the attendees.
Additionally, Judge Liu delved into the ongoing developments in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As a protracted and complex issue, the conflict involves territorial disputes, human rights concerns, and political divisions. Judge Liu’s expertise and insights provided a deeper understanding for the audience, fostering international support and efforts towards resolving the conflict.
The lecture provided a valuable opportunity for attendees to gain insights into the significance of international criminal justice and the prevailing challenges encountered in ongoing armed conflicts. Judge Liu’s sharing brought forth fresh perspectives and stimulated a sense of responsibility in upholding justice and international human rights. It is believed that through such dialogue and discussions, we can contribute more effectively to the pursuit of a peaceful and stable world.
